2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Dates Announced — Here's a First Taste
Returning favorites like Emile's Fromage Montage, Remy's Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt, and the fan-favorite Eat to the Beat Concert Series are all on the menu again this year, alongside more than 35 Global Marketplaces serving up international and plant-based dishes from around the world.
One sneak peek that already has our mouths watering: the Milled & Mulled Fall Fruit Cheesecake, featuring Boursin Fig & Balsamic Cheesecake with pomegranates and candied pecans.
Beyond the bites, guests can: Hunt for Remy in World Showcase during the Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt
Sample cheesy delights to earn a prize via Emile's Fromage Montage
Catch live performances at America Gardens Theatre with Eat to the Beat dining packages for reserved seating
Plus, Living with the Land will once again feature seasonal festival displays, blending agriculture and foodie culture with EPCOT's focus on sustainability.
Stay tuned to @ThrillGeek on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for the full 2025 Foodie Guide as soon as it drops. See you at EPCOT!
Janine is a theme park and pop culture nerd from an early age. Since 1994, she's been traversing the theme park world and has enjoyed all things from Halloween events to new ride releases and beyond. When she's not at a theme park, she's probably at a concert or doing something fun with her kiddo.
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